Hotel Siddhartha

Hotel Siddhartha is a mid-range three-star hotel on Bank Street in Abids, the old commercial heart of central Hyderabad, Telangana. Abids takes its name from the Abid Shop that once stood here in the Nizam era, and the district is now a dense shopping area of bookshops, textile stores, jewellers and street vendors. Bank Street lies within the Abids grid, and the hotel is close to the Koti markets, the Sultan Bazaar area and the Nampally station district. The Old City, including Charminar and Laad Bazaar, is a short cab ride away, and the Public Gardens and State Museum are also nearby. Listed rates run from about INR 2,000 to 4,000 per night, which places the hotel above the budget lodges in the area but well below the city's luxury hotels. Room types include Standard Rooms and Deluxe Rooms, air-conditioned and with wifi. There is a restaurant on site, and Abids itself is known for a wide choice of inexpensive eateries, sweet shops and Irani cafes. The hotel does not have a pool or spa. Its style is that of a practical commercial hotel serving shoppers, business visitors, families and travellers who want a central base with dependable basics. The main advantage is location, since the hotel is in the middle of one of Hyderabad's busiest retail areas and is reachable from Nampally railway station and the Koti bus area without a long journey. The disadvantage is congestion, as Abids streets are crowded and noisy for much of the day, and parking can be difficult. Guests who like to walk through markets and sample local food will find the surroundings lively, while those seeking a quieter stay may prefer a hotel in Banjara Hills or near Hussain Sagar.